Triple Crown Trot 5K

  • Date Sat 22nd August 2026
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Versailles, Kentucky
  • Price $38.75
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Triple Crown Trot 5K on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the picturesque setting of Versailles, Woodford! This chip-timed road race offers a unique opportunity to explore the renowned Ashford Stud, home to legendary Triple Crown champions like American Pharoah and Justify. As you race through this iconic venue, you'll traverse scenic paths from the historic office and stallion barn to the foaling barn, all while surrounded by yearlings frolicking in the paddocks.

Whether you're a seasoned runner or a leisurely walker, this event welcomes participants of all experience levels, and strollers are accommodated on the course. With race-day registration opening at 7:00 AM and the race starting at 8:00 AM, there’s plenty of time to soak in the atmosphere. Plus, all proceeds support the Woodford Humane Society, making your participation not only a chance to challenge yourself but also to give back to the community. Don't miss out on the chance to earn medals for the top finishers in various age divisions and enjoy the camaraderie of fellow racing enthusiasts. Sign up early for the best deal and get ready to trot for a great cause!

Organiser's Description

_YOU'VE NEVER SEEN HORSE COUNTRY QUITE LIKE THIS!_ GET INSPIRED BY SOME TRULY GREAT RACERS: THE TRIPLE CROWN TROT 5K IS A CHIP-TIMED ROAD RACE* THAT GIVES YOU A BEHIND-THE-SCENES LOOK AT WORLD-FAMOUS ASHFORD STUD, HOME OF TRIPLE CROWN CHAMPIONS AMERICAN PHAROAH AND JUSTIFY.

YOUR RACE ROUTE RUNS ENTIRELY INSIDE OF ASHFORD STUD, TAKING YOU FROM THE HISTORIC OFFICE AND STALLION BARN TO THE FOALING BARN AND BEYOND. WITH YEARLINGS RUNNING IN THE PADDOCKS ALONG YOUR PATH, YOU'LL EITHER BE INSPIRED TO HIT A NEW PERSONAL BEST - OR YOU'LL GET SOME GREAT SELFIES!

EITHER WAY, YOU'LL BE SUPPORTING A GREAT CAUSE: ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT WOODFORD HUMANE SOCIETY [http://woodfordhumane.org/] AND THE ANIMALS WHO CALL IT THEIR TEMPORARY HOME.

RUN OR WALK AT YOUR OWN PACE - ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS WELCOME! WE CAN ACCOMMODATE STROLLERS, HOWEVER PLEASE NOTE: THE COURSE INCLUDES A SHORT STRETCH OF GRASS PATH AS IT HAS IN PREVIOUS YEARS. IF YOUR STROLLER CAN HANDLE IT, SO CAN WE!

RACE-DAY REGISTRATION OPENS AT 7:00 AM; RACE START IS 8:00 AM.



_FOR THE SAFETY OF THE HORSES, THIS RACE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE PETS. __THANKS FOR UNDERSTANDING! _



AGE DIVISIONS: 0-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+
MEDALS WILL BE AWARDED TO THE TOP 3 MALE AND FEMALE FINISHERS IN EACH AGE GROUP!

WHAT IS "SCRATCHED"? CAN'T MAKE IT ON RACE DAY BUT STILL WANT TO SUPPORT WOODFORD HUMANE AND SCORE A RACE SHIRT? REGISTER AS "SCRATCHED" - YOU WON'T RUN THE RACE, BUT YOU WILL GET THE GOODIES.

SHIRTS CANNOT BE GUARANTEED AFTER JULY 31. REGISTER EARLY FOR THE BEST DEAL AND ALL THE PERKS!

5K ROUTE MAP [https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3084167]

Races

  • 5K Run

    Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt & Sticker

    Sat 22nd August 2026 (8:00AM EDT)

    $38.75

    OPENS 01 MAR 26
    Runners and walkers of all speeds welcome! We ask that walkers finish the course in 90 minutes so our hosts can resume their normal activities for the day. While the course is primarily paved road, it may include a short stretch of mowed grass. Strollers are welcome, but for the safety of the horses, please leave your pets at home. Race tees guaranteed for all registered by July 31; after that we will do our best to make sure everyone gets a tee, but stock will be first come, first served.
  • Scratched

    Incl. $3.75 Fee & T-Shirt & Sticker

    $38.75

    OPENS 01 MAR 26
    For folks who can't make it to the race but want to support the Trot! You won't get a bib, but you will get the race goodies. Race tees guaranteed for all registered by July 31; after that we will do our best to make sure everyone gets a tee, but stock will be first come, first served.

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Location

Coolmore America's Ashford Stud, McCracken Pike Entrance, Fire Gate 19 (SEE MAP!), Versailles, 40383, KY, United States

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